Another businessman shot dead in Bihar, public outrage erupts over crime

Meanwhile, Patna was rocked by the murder of Vikram Jha, a grocery shop owner in Ramkrishna Nagar, who was gunned down by an unidentified assailant on Friday evening. Though the police quickly rushed him to the hospital, Jha was declared dead on arrival. The murder, still shrouded in mystery, has raised serious questions about public safety, further exacerbating the city's fear of lawlessness.

Both incidents, coupled with the high-profile murder of businessman Gopal Khemka earlier in the week, have spotlighted the growing violence in Bihar. Khemka’s death, stemming from a bitter property dispute with businessman Ashok Sah, has fueled political tensions. Opposition leaders are accusing thenitish kumarled government of failing to control the surge in violent crime. “Bihar has become a lawless state under this government,” said an opposition leader, calling for urgent police reforms.

Amid the public outcry, protests have intensified in both Sitamarhi and Patna, with citizens demanding swift justice and stronger policing. Despite the Bihar government’s reassurances, the lack of concrete outcomes has only fueled public dissatisfaction. As the state grapples with an alarming rise in violence, the people of Bihar are left wondering whether the government can restore law and order before the situation escalates further.

With public confidence in law enforcement dwindling, the coming days will likely determine whether Bihar can reclaim its streets or face an even greater law-and-order crisis.